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Documents
Business papers, certificates, photographs and other permitted documents may be accepted after checking the destination and carrier rules.
Allowed, restricted and prohibited courier items
What You Can and Cannot Send by International Courier
Before sending a parcel from India, check whether each item is normally accepted, requires a special review or is prohibited. Documents, clothing and some electronic devices may be considered, while cash, bullion, weapons, explosives, loose lithium batteries, live animals and illegal goods are not accepted under normal courier mode.
Item-level acceptance check
Battery and electronics guidance
Prohibited-item categories
50 popular destination countries
Quick Acceptance Answer
Can your item be sent by courier?
A general list cannot confirm every shipment. Acceptance depends on the exact item, quantity, value, battery status, packing method, carrier, transit route and destination country. Share complete details before pickup, especially for electronics, valuables, food, biological material or products that may be treated as dangerous goods.
Do not use vague descriptions: write the exact item name, quantity, purpose and declared value.
Important: The destination country or selected carrier may prohibit additional items that are not specifically listed here. Global India Express may refuse a shipment when the item cannot be accepted safely or legally.
Understand the Difference
Allowed, Restricted and Prohibited Courier Items
An item can appear sendable but still require a battery, value, quantity, documentation or destination check.
May Be Accepted
Common Sendable Items
Documents, clothes, fabric, shoes, photographs and selected devices may be accepted after reviewing the shipment details.
Prior Approval Required
Restricted or Conditional Items
Phones, cameras, laptops, high-value goods, artwork, jewellery and food products can require route-specific approval.
Not Accepted
Prohibited Items
Cash, bullion, weapons, explosives, illegal goods, loose lithium batteries, live animals and biological samples are prohibited.
Items That May Be Sent
Examples of Items Accepted After a Courier Check
The following examples come from the original Global India Express page. They are not automatic acceptance promises.
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Clothing
Clothes, fabric and shoes are common parcel items when they are clean, properly packed and accurately declared.
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Cameras
Cameras may require a battery and value check before booking. Loose batteries must not be placed inside the parcel.
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Mobile Phones
Phones may be accepted only on eligible routes and according to lithium-battery limits. Acceptance must be confirmed before pickup.
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Computers
Desktop computer parts and related equipment may be reviewed according to value, packing, battery status and destination restrictions.
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Laptops
A laptop may be accepted under carrier-specific conditions. The original page notes a limit of one laptop and one installed battery per package.
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Photos
Printed photographs may be sent as documents or inside an eligible parcel with suitable protection.
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Passports
Passport acceptance varies by carrier and destination. Confirm eligibility and use secure document packing before booking.
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DVDs
Permitted recorded media may be sent when the content is legal and the shipment follows destination-country rules.
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Personal Effects
Approved personal belongings may be sent with a detailed packing list instead of a vague description such as personal items.
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Shoes
New or used footwear may be considered after checking cleanliness, quantity, value and destination requirements.
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Fabric
Fabric, textile material and samples may be sent with an accurate description, quantity and invoice where required.
Sending an electronic or valuable item?
Share the model, quantity, purchase value, battery type and destination country before packing the shipment.
Prior Approval Required
Items That Need a Carrier or Destination Review
These products may be restricted by value, battery configuration, wildlife rules, customs requirements or carrier policy.
Check Before Pickup
Antiques and Fine Art
The original policy excludes antiques, works of art and fine art above the stated value threshold. Obtain written confirmation before booking any valuable artwork.
Check Before Pickup
Jewellery, Watches and Precious Items
High-value jewellery, costume jewellery, watches, precious metals and stones may be restricted. Value limits and insurance conditions vary by carrier.
Check Before Pickup
Furs and Ivory
Furs, ivory and wildlife-derived products are restricted and may also be illegal under origin, transit or destination rules.
Check Before Pickup
Phones and Small Electronics
A package containing electronic devices may be limited to a small number of batteries, and each battery must normally remain installed inside the device.
Check Before Pickup
Laptop Computers
The original page states no more than one laptop and one installed lithium battery per package, subject to the shipment value and carrier rules.
Check Before Pickup
Food Products
Shelf-stable products may still require destination and carrier approval. Temperature-controlled perishables are not accepted under normal courier mode.
Prohibited Under Normal Courier Mode
Items You Cannot Send Through International Courier
The list includes products prohibited by law, transport-safety rules or the original shipment policy.
Carrier discretion applies: A carrier may refuse an item not listed below when it creates a legal, safety, customs, security or operational risk.
Do Not Pack
Cash, Bullion and Financial Instruments
- Cash and travellers cheques
- Bullion
- Other high-risk negotiable or financial items
Do Not Pack
Weapons, Ammunition and Explosives
- Complete or imitation firearms
- Firearm parts manufactured to create a functional weapon
- Ammunition and explosives
Do Not Pack
Dangerous and Hazardous Goods
- Flammable substances
- Perfumes, aftershaves and aerosols
- Dry ice and UN-classified dangerous goods
- Goods controlled under IATA, ADR or IMDG regulations
Do Not Pack
Illegal and Restricted Goods
- Narcotics and illegal drugs
- Counterfeit or pirated goods
- Any item illegal at origin, in transit or at destination
Do Not Pack
Animals, Biological Material and Human Remains
- Live animals, birds, fish, reptiles and insects
- Larvae, pupae and similar live material
- Clinical or biological samples
- Human remains or ashes
Do Not Pack
Loose Batteries and Controlled Electronics
- Loose lithium batteries
- Electronic items containing batteries beyond the permitted carrier limit
- Damaged, defective or recalled batteries
Do Not Pack
Temperature-Controlled and Perishable Items
- Perishable food requiring a controlled temperature
- Flowers and similar temperature-sensitive products
- Items likely to spoil during normal courier transit
Do Not Pack
Tobacco and Prohibited Content
- Tobacco and loose-leaf tobacco
- Pre-rolled cigarettes
- Pornographic content in printed, film or digital format
Electronics and Lithium Batteries
Phones, Laptops, Cameras and Battery-Powered Devices
Battery-powered electronics require more than normal parcel packing. The battery type, condition, quantity and installation method must be checked.
| Item | General Position | Important Condition |
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| Mobile Phone | May be reviewed on eligible routes | Battery should remain installed; quantity and carrier limits apply |
| Laptop | May be reviewed under restricted conditions | Original guidance limits the package to one laptop and one installed battery |
| Camera | May be accepted after checking the battery | Do not place loose spare lithium batteries in the parcel |
| Loose Lithium Battery | Prohibited under normal courier mode | Must not be concealed or packed separately |
| Damaged Battery or Device | Not suitable for normal courier transport | Damaged, swollen, leaking or recalled batteries create a safety risk |
Do not remove or add batteries after approval. The final packed shipment must match the battery information provided during the acceptance check.
Check Before Booking
How to Confirm and Pack an International Courier Item
A detailed pre-booking check reduces rejection, delay and customs problems.
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Name Every Item
Use exact names instead of writing gifts, samples or personal items.
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Share Quantity and Value
Provide the number of units and a realistic declared value.
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Declare Batteries
State the device, battery type, quantity and whether it is installed.
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Check Destination Rules
Confirm whether the destination or transit route applies extra restrictions.
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Use Secure Packing
Protect each item and use a strong carton suitable for the packed weight.
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Prepare Documents
Complete KYC, invoice, declaration and packing list where required.
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Obtain Final Approval
Do not hand over the parcel until the item and route are confirmed.
Global India Express Support
Support Available for International Courier Shipments
The original page highlights door-to-door service, customs guidance, pickup, packing, documentation and online payment support.
Door-to-Door Service
Pickup and destination delivery support may be available after serviceability confirmation.
Customs Guidance
Get help preparing accurate declarations, invoices and shipment documents.
Pickup and Packing Support
Pickup and suitable packing assistance can be checked according to the shipment.
220+ Country Reach
International service coverage is available across many countries, subject to carrier and route availability.
Documentation Assistance
Receive guidance for KYC, declarations, invoices and packing lists.
Online Payment Option
Payment arrangements can be confirmed with the support team before booking.
Value-focused courier support
Global India Express handles one-time personal requirements and recurring business shipments. The aim is to help customers understand item acceptance, packing, documentation, pickup and the available international route before dispatch.
Delivery time and final charges depend on the selected carrier, destination, item category, customs processing and service availability.
International Coverage
50 Popular Countries for International Courier from India
The same item may be accepted for one destination and restricted for another. Always confirm country-specific rules before packing.
United States
United Kingdom
Canada
Australia
United Arab Emirates
Germany
France
Italy
Spain
Netherlands
Belgium
Switzerland
Ireland
Sweden
Norway
Denmark
Finland
Austria
Portugal
Poland
Czech Republic
Hungary
Greece
New Zealand
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Philippines
Japan
South Korea
China
Hong Kong
Taiwan
Saudi Arabia
Qatar
Oman
Bahrain
Kuwait
South Africa
Kenya
Nigeria
Mauritius
Brazil
Mexico
Argentina
Turkey
Pakistan
Bangladesh
Sri Lanka
Coverage note: Listing a country does not guarantee acceptance of every item or postcode. Carrier availability, sanctions, customs controls, local laws and operational restrictions may apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs About Allowed and Prohibited Courier Items
Direct answers about phones, laptops, batteries, food, passports, tobacco, valuables and destination restrictions.
Common enquiries include documents, clothing, fabric, shoes, photographs, cameras, computers, laptops, phones and permitted personal effects. Acceptance depends on the carrier, destination, value, battery status and complete item declaration.
A mobile phone may be accepted only on eligible routes and under the selected carrier's lithium-battery conditions. The battery should remain installed in the device, and the quantity and value must be reviewed before pickup.
A laptop may be considered under carrier-specific conditions. The original shipment guidance limits the package to one laptop and one installed lithium battery, subject to value and destination rules.
No. Loose lithium batteries are listed as prohibited under the normal courier mode described on this page.
Perfume, aftershave and aerosols are treated as dangerous or hazardous goods in the original policy and are not accepted under normal courier mode.
Temperature-controlled and highly perishable food is not accepted under normal courier mode. Other food products still require an item-level destination and carrier check before packing.
Passport acceptance varies by carrier, route and destination. Confirm eligibility before booking and use secure document packaging.
No. Tobacco, loose-leaf tobacco products and pre-rolled cigarettes are listed as prohibited items.
Cash, travellers cheques and bullion are prohibited. Jewellery, watches, precious metals and stones may be restricted by value and carrier policy, so written approval is required before booking.
No. Live animals, insects, larvae, pupae, clinical samples, biological samples, bodily fluids and tissue samples are listed as prohibited.
No. Origin, transit and destination countries can impose additional restrictions. The carrier may also refuse an item that is not specifically listed on this page.
Share the exact item name, quantity, value, battery details, packed weight, box dimensions, pickup postcode and destination country. Do not use vague descriptions or hand over the shipment until acceptance is confirmed.
Not sure whether your item can be sent?
Share the exact item, quantity, value, battery details, packed weight, dimensions and destination country for a shipment-specific check.